Savory Cabbage and Carrot Phyllo Pie

Description

This savory cabbage and carrot phyllo pie is a delicious combination of crispy golden pastry and a soft, flavorful vegetable filling. Fresh cabbage, sweet carrots, and aromatic herbs are layered between delicate phyllo sheets and topped with a creamy egg custard that bakes into a rich, tender center. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or as a light dinner, this budget-friendly recipe is easy to prepare and packed with vegetables.

Prep Time

20 minutes

Cook Time

50 minutes

Total Time

1 hour 10 minutes

Servings

8

Ingredients

Filling

• 1 small cabbage, finely shredded (about 500 g)
• 2 medium carrots, grated
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried dill or parsley

Custard

• 3 eggs
• 1½ cups (375 ml) milk
• ½ cup (120 g) plain yogurt
• ½ cup (60 g) all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• Pinch of salt

Pastry

• 10–12 sheets phyllo pastry
• ¼ cup melted butter or oil for brushing

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the onion and cook until softened.
3. Stir in the cabbage and carrots. Cook for 8–10 minutes until the vegetables soften.
4. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and dill. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
5. Mix the cooled vegetables with the 2 beaten eggs.
6. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, yogurt, flour, melted butter, baking powder, and salt until smooth.
7. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
8. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
9. Layer half of the phyllo sheets, brushing each sheet lightly with melted butter.
10. Spread the vegetable filling evenly over the pastry.
11. Cover with the remaining phyllo sheets, brushing each layer with butter.
12. Pour the custard mixture evenly over the top.
13. Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until golden brown and fully set.
14. Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Estimated Nutrition (Per Serving)

• Calories: 295 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 26 g
• Protein: 10 g
• Fat: 17 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Cholesterol: 102 mg
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 410 mg
• Calcium: 140 mg
• Iron: 2 mg